MicroBabies

1. - A structured community of bacterial cells embedded in a self-produced matrix.
7. - A gelatinous substance used as a medium for bacterial culture.
8. Broth - A basic liquid medium that supports bacterial growth.
9. - The process of introducing bacteria into a medium for growth.
10. - The technique of spreading bacteria on an agar surface.
12. Stain - A common technique used to classify bacteria into two large groups.
13. - A tool used to collect a sample from a surface or a body site.
15. - Bacteria that can grow with or without oxygen.
18. - A visible mass of microorganisms growing on a solid medium.
20. - A machine used to sterilize equipment and culture media by applying heat and pressure.

2. - The process of maintaining microbial cultures under conditions suitable for growth.
3. - The act of growing bacteria in a controlled environment.
4. - A type of solid medium in a test tube with a slanted surface for bacterial growth.
5. - A technique used to isolate pure colonies on an agar plate.
6. Dish - A shallow dish used for culturing microorganisms.
11. - Bacteria that require oxygen to grow.
14. Culture - A culture containing more than one species of microorganism.
16. - A culture technique that enhances the growth of specific microorganisms.
17. - Bacteria that grow without oxygen.
19. - An enzyme tested to identify bacteria, particularly in the family Pseudomonadaceae.